They were first organized in Sheboygan, Wisconsin in 1946. The original members of the group were Janet Ertel (1913-November 4, 1988), Carol Bushman (her sister-in-law), Dorothy Schwartz, and Jinny Osborn (or Lockard) (April 25, 1927-May 19, 2003). In 1952, Lynn Evans replaced Schwartz, and in 1953, Margie Needham replaced Osborn (who was having a baby), though Osborn later returned to the group. Nancy Overton also was a member of the group at a later time. Originally they sang folk music in the style of The Weavers, but eventually changed to a harmonizing style of the type known as barbershop harmony. Part of this change seems to be influenced by Osborn's father.
Jinny Osborn was born in Seattle, Washington. She was born Virginia Cole, the daughter of O. H. "King" Cole, who was president of the Barbershop Harmony Society (then known as SPEBSQSA), and Katherine Flack.
After performing locally in Sheboygan, they went on Arthur Godfrey's radio program, Talent Scouts in 1949.They went on to feature status on Godfrey's daily program, and then went on to make a number of recordings for Columbia Records.
In 1953, Godfrey's music director and orchestra leader, Archie Bleyer, founded Cadence Records. He signed a number of Godfrey regulars and former regulars, including the Chordettes, who had a number of hit records for Cadence.
Their biggest hit was Mr. Sandman in 1954. Archie Bleyer himself is on that record along with the group, Bleyer stripping the sound down the better not to clutter the girls' voices. They also hit the top twenty with 1958's "Lollipop," and also charted with a vocal version of the themes from television's Zorro (1959) and the film Never on Sunday (1961). Other hits for the girls included "Eddie My Love," "Born to Be With You," and "Lay Down Your Arms" in 1956 and "Just Between You and Me" in 1957.
Janet Ertel married Bleyer in 1954. Her daughter Jackie married another Cadence recording star, Phil Everly of The Everly Brothers. She died of cancer in 1988.
The Chordettes appeared on American Bandstand August 5, 1957, kicking off the first episode of the show over the ABC Television Network.
In 1961, Jinny Osborn left the group, and they were unable to find a replacement with whom they were happy, leading to a breakup.
The group was inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2001.
Jinny Osborn (by that time Jinny Janis) died in 2003
Love Is the Reason
The Chordettes Lyrics
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Love was the gleam in papa's eye
People suddenly meet
People suddenly fit
People suddenly hit
And brother, that's it
Love is a kick right in the pants
Love is the aspirin you buy
If you're flappin' your fins
If you're climbin' a wall
There must be a reason for it all
What is the reason for it all?
Love is the reason for it all
Love is the night you can't recall
Love is the extra drink you drank
Love's a shot in the arm
Love's a poke in the ribs
Buyin' bottles and bibs
And fillin' up cribs
Obviously
Love is an old established trap
Ten million suckers walk the plank
If you land on your tail
Every time that you fall
I can't see the reason for it
Who needs a reason for it?
Love is the reason for it all
All night the teasin' in the hall
Hallways are lovely for a call
Call it the season
I say, "Love is the reason for it all"
The Chordettes' song "Love Is the Reason" celebrates the universal power of love that drives the human experience right from the moment of birth. The lyrics begin by asserting that love is the reason for our existence, and it was the gleam in papa's eye the moment he was born. It goes on to highlight how people suddenly meet, fit and hit creating special connections that are driven by love. The song emphasizes how love makes everything worth it, no matter how tough the climb gets. Love is an old established trap that has made sucker's walk the plank for years, yet it's the reason for everything we do, for our dreams, aspirations, and the choices we make.
The lines "Love is the night you can't recall / Love is the extra drink you drank" capture love's impact on our daily lives, and how it can intoxicate you just like alcohol. Love is a shot in the arm or a poke in the ribs that ignites a flame in a believer’s heart. It's what drives people to buy bottles and bibs, fill up cribs, and celebrate new babies. Ultimately, Love is the reason for it all.
Overall, the song conveys the message that love is the driving force that motivates us and makes everything worth it. Falling in love, being in love, and all the highs and lows that come with it form a significant part of the human experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Love is the reason you were born
Your existence is proof that love brought your parents together.
Love was the gleam in papa's eye
Love shone in your father's eyes when he met your mother.
People suddenly meet
Love is what brings people together unexpectedly.
People suddenly fit
Love makes two people who are perfect for each other fit together perfectly.
People suddenly hit
Love hits people and makes them fall in love.
And brother, that's it
That is all it takes for love to work its magic.
Personally
In my opinion,
Love is a kick right in the pants
Love is a powerful force that moves you and shakes you up.
Love is the aspirin you buy
Love can be both the cause and the cure for the headache in your life.
If you're flappin' your fins
If you are struggling to survive,
If you're climbin' a wall
If you are facing an obstacle,
There must be a reason for it all
There is a reason for everything, including the challenges we face.
What is the reason for it all?
What is the reason behind the challenges we face?
Love is the reason for it all
The answer is that love is the reason for everything.
Love is the night you can't recall
Love can be both exhilarating and overwhelming, making it hard to remember every detail.
Love is the extra drink you drank
Love can make you lose control and go overboard.
Love's a shot in the arm
Love can give you the energy and motivation you need to keep going.
Love's a poke in the ribs
Love can give you a gentle nudge to get you moving in the right direction.
Buyin' bottles and bibs
Preparing for the arrival of a new baby.
And fillin' up cribs
Creating a loving home for a new family member.
Obviously
Clearly,
Love is an old established trap
Love can be dangerous and can trap you if you are not careful.
Ten million suckers walk the plank
Many people have fallen victim to the trap of love and ended up getting hurt.
If you land on your tail
If you fall down and fail,
Every time that you fall
When you encounter challenges in life,
I can't see the reason for it
It can be hard to see the purpose behind the challenges we face.
Who needs a reason for it?
Love itself is reason enough to endure the challenges we face.
Love is the reason for it all
Love gives purpose and meaning to everything we experience in life.
All night the teasin' in the hall
There is a lot of flirting and excitement in the air.
Hallways are lovely for a call
Hallways are a great place for private conversations with someone you love.
Call it the season
Consider this to be the season of love and romance.
I say, "Love is the reason for it all"
Love is the driving force behind everything we do and everything we experience in life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ARTHUR SCHWARTZ, DOROTHY FIELDS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
phoenixtimes2
I love this type of Christmas art-always have. We need more of it.
Mystic Dandelion
Nice....Thanks....=)